Magikarp – Call of Legends (#61)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magikarp (#61) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Splash attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.71, Cardmarket average sale is €0.61, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.70
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- 61
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 30
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Gyarados
Attacks & Strategy
- Splash [Colorless] — 10
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magikarp from Call of Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Magikarp 61 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Magikarp's Splash deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 30 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Magikarp Cards
Looking for other Magikarp cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Legends #61 ← Current | 30 | 1 attack | Common | $0.71 |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Magikarp is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Magikarp card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Magikarp 61 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Magikarp have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Magikarp card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Magikarp works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.